Sir Wallace fountains – drinking fountains in Paris. The Sir Wallace fountains – or Wallace fountains – are the iconic green drinking fountains across Paris. In 1872, philanthropist Sir Richard Wallace (1818-1890) aimed to bring free, clean, drinking water to the public, particularly the poor in Paris. His friend Charles-Auguste Lebourg designed the cast-iron fountain.Continue reading “Sir Wallace fountains – drinking fountains in Paris “
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One year until the Paris 2024 Olympic Games commences and the Torch is ready
One year until the Paris 2024 Olympic Games commences and the Torch is ready. On 26 July 2024, the Paris Olympic Games commences and concludes on 11 August 2024. The Paris Paralympic Games commences on 28 August and concludes on 8 September 2024. So, a year from now, the 2024 Olympic Games will begin. ButContinue reading “One year until the Paris 2024 Olympic Games commences and the Torch is ready “